- Module 1: Course Introduction
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Module 1 Introduction
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About This Course
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Why FCE
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Module 1 Reflection | Setting Intention
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Module 1 Conclusion
- Module 2: Establishing the "Why"
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Module 2 Introduction
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Third-Party Research
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Importance of Real-Time Feedback
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District Success Stories
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Module 2 Conclusion
- Module 3: Navigating the Platform
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Module 3 Introduction
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Getting Started
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Adding Content
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The Formative Library
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Module 3 Reflection |Identifying Objectives
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Module 3 Conclusion
- Module 4: Enhancing your Instruction and Assessment
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Module 4 Introduction
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Designing for Instruction and Assessment
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Assigning to Students
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Providing Feedback and Student Practice
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Module 4 Reflection | Setting the Stage
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Module 4 Conclusion
- Module 5: Data Deep-Dive
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Module 5 Introduction
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Reviewing Responses
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Formative Reports
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The Formative Feedback Loop
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Module 5 Reflection | Designing with Data in Mind
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Module 5 Conclusion
- Module 6: Performance Task
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Module 6 Introduction
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Performance Task + Rubric
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Time to Build
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Submitting Your Performance Task
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Module 6 Conclusion
- Module 7: Course Conclusion
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Module 7 Introduction
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Sharing is Caring
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Extend Your Learning
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Module 7 Reflection | Closing Remarks
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Module 7 Conclusion
Formative Certified Educator Program (Full Course)
Formative Certified Educator is a self-paced training program designed to support educators leveraging Formative to elevate their instruction. Log in below using your NEWSELA credentials, or create a free Newsela account to continue.
Welcome to your Formative Certified Educator course!
Formative provides educators with flexible tools to effectively instruct, assess, and adjust in real-time. This course will deepen your knowledge of the tools and features built within the Formative platform and support you in building a strong learning experience for all students.
Course Objectives:
- Understand and articulate the value of using Formative in your classroom
- Examine best practices for utilizing Formative as an instructional resource
- Examine best practices for utilizing Formative as an assessment platform
- Analyze student data on Formative to inform instructional decisions
- Apply strategies and approaches to design a learning experience for your students
Time:
- We anticipate that the entire course, including Performance Task, will take 3-5 hours
- You will have 30 days to complete the lessons and exam
- Credentials are valid for 2 years
Why should you take this course?
- A certificate for 5 hours of professional development
- An official badge to share on professional and social platforms
- Educators who do not currently have access to a paid Formative subscription and who complete the FCE online course will be recognized with complimentary access to Formative Silver for 90 days.
Tips for Completion:
- The course is self-paced. You can start and stop lessons and your progress will be saved for when you return. Note: You must complete the full program within 30 days of starting.
- Find, create, and share resources that you can immediately implement in your classroom or school community.
- Throughout the course, you will explore many resources throughout the Formative platform. As you proceed through the course, consider how to use your work to help you during the Performance Task.
- Make sure to sign in with your Newsela credentials.